Fourth grade I think, took me about three weeks to get through them all. They were (and are) the best books I have ever read. Still mesmerized by the immense world of Tolkien.

Favorite Tolkien character:

Legolas and Gandalf the White: They both are very wise and skilled fighters. Gandalf's wisdom is so inspiring and powerful. When there is trouble its good to have the white wizard (That has to count for something).